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On Sunday morning we welcome pastor Micahael Mudlaff. He will be preaching from 2 Timothy 2:1-7.
There is a lot to discuss about Genesis. As we land the plane on Genesis 1-11 we realize there is a clean up in aisle 4.
From Scattering (Genesis 11) to Re-Gathering (Acts 2). God's plan to redeem the nations will not be twarted.
Ham, the son of Noah, violates his father and there are consequnces. Nonetheless, there is a path back to the garden.
The flood brought about a decreation. But in God's mercy, God brought about recreation. The flood is not only about judgment but about the grace of God.
The rain fell and the flood came to a world devolving into chaos. But God provided an ark of salvation to leads to a cross of salvation.
Jesus has a different vision for his undershepherds. Jesus has a different definition of strength. Jesus isn’t looking for a superstar pastor. Jesus cares little for the celebrity pastor movement. Jesus is looking for men to acknowledge weakness and see weakness as an opportunity for Christ to dwell within.
Genesis 6:1-8 is one of the most debated passages in the Bible. The debate aside, it has deep theological significance.
It is not uncommon to hear someone say they follow Jesus but they are not "religious." However, the claim has a few holes.
We will open God's Word to look at Mark 1:1-11 and Romans 6:1-11 to see what God says about baptism. After, we will celebrate several baptisms!
In recent years Redemption Hill Church has moved from a statement of faith to a confession of faith. And you would be forgiven if you ask, what’s a confession of faith? And how is it any different than a statement of faith? It seems few Christians, especially within evangelicalism, are familiar with historic creeds and confessions.
Every week at Redemption Hill Church, we celebrate the Lord’s Table. We celebrate the Lord’s Table to remember the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. When a person remembers, they look back at an event. But remembering also means looking forward.
Every Sunday, Redemption Hill Church participates in the Lord’s Table. There are theological convictions for this pattern. One reason is that the Lord’s Table is an ongoing remembrance of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ (1 Cor 11:23-26). And a question I often receive from parents is, when should I allow my child to participate in communion? It’s a great question, and I appreciate it when parents take the time to attend to the spiritual development of their children.
On Sunday, we will be in Genesis 4:17-5:32, and we will see why genealogies are important. There is more to these genealogies than meets the eye.
Every pastor has their favorite quotes. I am no exception. Whether it is from Augustine, Calvin, or Charles Spurgeon, quotes can make a point, turn a phrase, or leave you mesmerized with the desire to hear more. Here is one of my favorites from 19th-century Dutch theologian Abraham Kuyper.
Genesis 3 is about the nature of sin, Adam and Eve's response to sin, and the consequences of sin. But mingled through it all is the grace of God.
Adam and Eve serve as a poor example of how to respond to sin. However, the path back to the garden is trusting in the 2nd Adam.
Genesis 3 tells us about the fall of man and explains how it took place. Listen or watch to learn more about one of the most cataclysmic events in history.
In Genesis 1, we read that God made man and woman in his image and likeness. In Genesis 2, we now begin to see the shape and relationship between man and woman. Listen or watch to learn more.
Genesis 1 is a formative chapter that impacts the entire Bible. It also shapes how we look at the world and the One who created the world.
God created the heavens and the earth in 6 days and then ceased creating on the 7th day. What can we learn from God resting in Genesis 2:1-3? Listen and watch to learn more.
The ascension of Jesus Christ is a critical moment in history. After Christ ascended to the right hand of the Father, the promised Holy Spirit descended upon Christ's followers. Now, Christ rules and reigns as the Spirit is at work through the church. Listen to learn more.
God created the earth, filled the world, and made man in his image and likeness. God created man to rule over his creation. Listen to learn more.
There is much cultural confusion about what it means to be made in the image of God. The confusion had led to brokenness. But the gospel of Jesus Christ is the remedy to that which ails American culture.
Many people ask, "Who am I?" This question has been asked since the dawn of time. God's Word has a response to this question. Listen or watch for the answer.
God created, and his work is amazing. In this sermon, Pastor Shawn discusses God's work on creation days 4-6.
The resurrection of Jesus Christ changed history. The question is, has it changed you? Listen or watch to learn about the life-changing message of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Who was the man who carried the cross of Christ? What do we know about him? How did he come to be on the path that led to the crucifixion of Christ?
God created the heavens and the earth, but there are massive implications for Christians because of God's created work. Watch or listen to learn more.
God created the world out of love. As we continue our sermon series on Genesis 1-11, we will explore why God created and some of the implications of God's creation.
Understanding Genesis 1-11 is crucial. How you read and interpret these chapters impacts how you read the entire Bible. Watch or listen as we kick off a new sermon series entitled The Path Back to the Garden.
The heart of the Kingdom of God is the gospel of Jesus Christ. But what does it mean to conform to and live out the gospel? Hebrews 13 gives you some insight.
What is the difference between being in God's presence under the Old Covenant and the New Covenant? The difference is remarkable and should draw you closer to Christ.
The Christian life is described as a race. The questions answered from Hebrews 12:1-17 are: Where are Christians running to, and how are Christians supposed to run? Listen or watch to learn more.
After faith is defined (Hebrews 11:1-13), we are given many examples of how faith is active in obedience to God (Hebrews 11:13-40). Take a listen or watch to learn more as we make our way through the Book of Hebrews.
One of the most challenging passages in the book of Hebrews is chapter 10, verses 26-39. What does it mean to not walk away from God and to press on and endure? Learn more by listening or watching.
You will not understand the depth of Christ-like love when you are disconnected from a local church. You cannot experience a genuine biblical community when you are not a part of a local church. Hebrews 10:19-25 tells us why we need to be a part of a local church.
Hebrews 10:1-18 is a life-changing passage about the final sacrifice of Jesus Christ and all of its effects on the people of God.
Is the gospel the most essential message in your life? If it is not, it should be. Learn more from 1 Corinthians 15:1-11.
The Word took on flesh and dwelt among us is a mystery. It's a mystery that we can bask in. Learn more about this mystery from Philippians 2:5-11.
What is the foundation of the lyrics to Joy to the World? It's Psalm 98, which means when you sing Joy to the World, you sing this Psalm.
Go Tell It On The Mountain is a unique hymn that causes you to sing profound truth but also tells us what to do with the truth.
Joyful. Triumphant. These words should describe a Christian. And these words help describe why we adore the newborn king.
The birth of Jesus Christ should lead us to praise God. And when we praise God, we join millions of people who have sang Hark The Herald Angels Sing in praise to God.
Perhaps the oldest carol that we still sing to this day, O Come, O Come Emmanuel, has stood the test of time. Why? Perhaps it is because this carol is saturated with Holy Scripture.
The health of a family and a local church can be measured in the present by how it invests and equips the generations to come.
Hebrews 11 raises many questions, such as, what is faith? How does one exercise faith? What does it mean for God to be faithful? Find the answer to the questions with the latest sermon from Redemption Hill.
Psalm 46 is a psalm of hope. It tells us about the character of God and why He is a mighty fortress for all Christians.
Jesus Christ is the ultimate and final sacrifice for the forgiveness of sins. He is the One who mediates between God and man, thus offering an eternal covenant.
What does the Old Testament Tabernacle have to do with the cross? A lot. Take a listen to hear about how the Tabernacle points to Jesus.
What are the principles of living under the New Covenant? The Book of Hebrews lays it all out. Watch and listen to learn more.
What does it mean for the Old Testament to reveal shadows of the New Covenant? Hebrews 8:1-6 shows us the answer, the substance.
God makes covenants with his people, and a new covenant was ushered in because of Christ. Hebrews 7:11:28 tells us because Jesus is a superior high priest, he offers a better covenant than the old.
Under God’s blessing, the people of God can flourish as they follow God’s commands and live in a spirit of biblical wisdom.
God has made a promise, and we see throughout Holy Scripture that God upholds his promise with an oath.
From Hebrews 6:9-20, you can see what it means to persevere with patience in a world that throws everything. Christians are called to persevere until the end.
In Hebrews 6, a stark warning is given. A person who professes Christ might walk away from Christ. How does this warning uphold the sovereignty of God? Listen to learn more as we continue to go through the book of Hebrews.
What does it mean to mature in the Christian faith? Hebrews 5:11-6:3 tells us what it takes to grow. Take a listen or watch to learn more.
Why does the church exist? From Matthew 16:13-20 you can see the purpose and function of the local church.
Hebrews 4:14-16 is terrific news for the Christians in need of help. Because Jesus is the great high priest, Christians have access to the grace and mercy of God.
Perhaps the most well-known passage in the Book of Hebrews offers wonderful counsel about how the word of God impacts a person's life.
In this sermon, Logan Kane encourages us to love God's Word. Watch or listen as he preaches from Psalm 19:7-11.
What does it mean to rest on Sunday? There are varying opinions, but this sermon from Hebrews pastor Shawn shows why rest is essential.
What does it mean to rest? The Bible gives us a specific understanding of what it means to rest spiritually and physically. Listen to learn more.
There are various perspectives on what it means to "rest." But what does God's Word mean when it says we must "enter God's rest?" Learn more from Hebrews 3:7-19.
For a 1st-century Jew to hear that Jesus is greater than Moses would have been a big deal. For the 21st-century Christians, it is still a big deal. Listen or watch this message from Hebterws 3:1-6 to learn more.
All Christians are "prone to wander." So what does it mean for Christ to go after that one wandering sheep? Matthew 18:10-14 tells us the heart of our Savior to save and keep his sheep for all eternity.
Prayer is essential for being a father. But prayer is possible because of the faithfulness of God the heavenly Father.
One of the most beloved passages in the Bible is Matthew 11:25-30. Jesus says, "Come to me" if you want to find rest. In a world of weariness, we must learn the importance of rest.
In the book of Exodus, we read how God led his people out of slavery in Egypt. But Hebrews 2 shows us a greater exodus from the power of sin.
All Christians celebrate Christmas and Easter. But what about Pentecost? Why do so many churches neglect the moment when the church of Christ was born? Listen or watch to learn more.
From Psalm 110, we see more than words that applied to the time of David. We see that Jesus is the conquering King and Priest.
Hebrews 2:5-9 quotes Psalm 8, and in both passages, we read how God created a world for man to take dominion under the authority of King Jesus.
From Hebrews 2:1-4 we read of a warning to not neglect the salvation given to us by God. We must take steps not to drift.
Hebrews 1:2-3 are tremendous verses that describe Christ and the redemption of God's people through Christ. Listen to learn more from the sermon series, God Has Spoken.
God has spoken, and he continues to speak. Therefore, it is essential to try to block out the noise that distracts from hearing from God. Learn more as we begin a new sermon series through the Book of Hebrews called God Has Spoken.
Did Jesus rise from the dead? The preponderance of evidence suggests he did. However, what is more important is that he chose to reveal himself in the resurrection.
The Jewish temple was a big deal. It is the place of worship for the Jews. You will see that Jesus calls himself the temple. And finally, the church - the New Testament people of God - is a temple. We do not need to go to a temple to worship, but we are called to worship God with our lives.
God is at work to root out sin, restore order, and reestablish his kingdom of glory. Learn more from Romans 8.
What does Peter mean when he says the Holy Spirit sanctifies God’s people? The process of sanctification is for Christians who have been set apart by God to increasingly become more like Christ.
Earthly adoptions are a powerful metaphor for spiritual adoptions. With earthly adoptions, we see a glimpse of a greater divine adoption, and the assurance of salvation comes with divine adoption. Learn more as we look at Ephesians 1:3-6.You can find more content from Redemption Church at www.redemptionhilldsm.org and www.cornfieldtheology.com.
The doctrine of justification is what God says to a sinner "Not Guilty." But how can this declaration even be made? Romans 3:21-26 gives us the answer. Watch or listen as we continue our sermon series, The Grace of Salvation.
A lot of people are talking about revival right now. But what is revival, and should Christians pursue revival? Take a listen to learn more from Mark 1:15.
John 3:16 is one of the most beloved passages in the Bible. But how are we to understand this passage in context? Take a watch or listen to learn more.
You cannot understand the grace of God in salvation until you understand the depths of your sin. When you understand the depths of your sin, you see the grace in God's effectual calling.
In 1 Kings, Elijah confronts king Ahab about idolatry, and then, seemingly up against the odds, Elijah prays to God to demonstrate his sovereignty over Baal.
After over 30 messages on the Sermon on the Mount, pastor Rob Lane lands the plane summarizing the teachings of Christ from Matthew 5-7.
Isaiah has a vision, and in his vision, he sees the holiness of God. The holiness of God has ramifications displayed at the cross of Jesus.
Several times in Matthew 7, Jesus confronts us with two choices. In his last illustration, the choices are to build your house on sand or The Rock.
The American culture has become increasingly hostile to Christianity. However, Christians have every reason to hope because of Christ. In this sermon, listen to a specific diagnosis of culture, along with the solution from Colossians 2.
Christmas is a time of awe and wonder. But did you ever wonder why the shepherds were the first to see Jesus after he was born? Listen to hear about the shepherd's first Christmas.
We read in Matthew 2, "Out of Egypt I have called my Son." Matthew is quoting the prophet Hosea, who references the exodus of God's people from slavery in Egypt. Matthew uses this phrase to speak about a greater exodus through Christ. Listen or watch to learn more.
The Magnificat is a beautiful song of praise. It tells us about the mercy and righteousness of God. Take a listen to learn how this song is rooted and Scripture and is meant for you to sing.
It is the Christmas season which means it is time to celebrate the birth of Christ. But how can we continue to be in awe of Christmas?
Beware of false prophets (and teachers)! In this sermon, warning signs are identified, and practical ways are given to ensure the local church leader does not become a false prophet and teacher.
Many people (including our politicians!) claim to follow the Golden Rule. But what does Jesus mean when he teaches us about the Golden Rule. Watch or listen to find out.
Perhaps the most difficult passage to interpret in the Sermon on the Mount is Matthew 7:1-6 on judging others. In this sermon Pastor Rob teaches the crux of judging.
Everyone battles anxiety, but God provides the grace and mercy to overcome anxiety. Learn more from Matthew 6:25-34.
Jesus places us at a fork in the road and asks us to choose either the honorable life or the duplicitous life. Will you store up treasure in heaven or treasures on this earth? Will you serve God or wealth? Jesus tests the heart in Matthew 6:19-24.
Fasting is a spiritual discipline taught by Christ in his Sermon on the Mount. But why should Christians fast? Should Christians fast from food only? In this sermon, hear more about the grace of fasting.
Everyone has been angry. But anger is not a mere outward reaction but a problem in the heart. Listen to learn more about anger from Genesis 4.
Jesus teaches us how to pray in Matthew 6. In this last petition, we learn why we need to pray to be kept from temptation and delivered from evil.
Perhaps one of the most challenging aspects of Christianity is extending forgiveness just as God has forgiven. In this sermon pastor Shawn opens up to Matthew 6 and the Lord's Prayer to discuss a biblical view of forgiveness.
Why do you exist? What does it mean to worship? In this sermon, we look at Romans 12:1-2 to answer these questions.
In this sermon pastor Shawn looks at Genesis 12 and explores what it means to be a local church that has been blessed by God and that is now called to be a blessing to the community. Watch or listen to learn more.
The call of Christ is to invest in the present for the future. In this sermon, pastor Shawn takes you to Deuteronomy 6 to talk about what it means to go "all in" for Christ while leaving behind a Christian legacy.
What does it mean for a Christian to declare Jesus is "all of life?" In this sermon, we take a look at Colossians 3:1-11 to see why Christ is all, and in all.
Jesus teaches us to pray to the Father for daily bread. But what is your "daily bread?" In this sermon, pastor Rob Lane opens up to the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:11 to show us why Christ teaches us to pray this way.
Jesus teaches us to pray, "Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven (Matthew 6:10). So what does it mean for the kingdom of heaven to be on earth? Listen to learn more.
As we continue going through The Sermon on the Mount, we slow down to look at how and what to pray. Take a listen or watch to hear what Jesus says about prayer.
Jesus says that Christians should not be hypocrites. In doing so, Jesus points out giving and prayer. To learn more, listen to the latest from the sermon series on the Sermon on the Mount. This sermon is from Matthew 6:1-6.
Perhaps the most challenging command from Christ is to love your enemies. From Matthew 5:43-48, the Lord Jesus tells his followers to not just love the people closest to them but to love those who may intend to harm them. Even more, Christ calls his followers to pray for those persecuting them. Listen or watch to learn more.
Turn the other cheek. Give away your coat. And go the extra mile. What do these phrases have to do with the Christian faith? Listen to this sermon from Matthew 5:38-42 to learn more.
From Matthew 5:33-37, pastor Rob Lane helps us to understand the importance of making sure your yes is yes, and your no is no.
The Pharisaical teaching on divorce created a bunch of cowardly men who did not own their responsibility to care for their wife. Jesus corrects theirs, and our, understanding of marriage and divorce. Take a listen to Matthew 5:31-32 to learn more as we continue through our series on The Sermon on the Mount.
Just like the topic of the Lord’s Table, the subject of baptism can spark debate between denominations, churches, and friends. The oversimplification of the debate is this: is baptism conferred after a child is born, or is baptism for a person who has first made a profession of faith in Jesus Christ? Does the Bible affirm paedobaptism or credobaptism? In this sermon, I attempt to answer the questions.
In God's providence, Matthew 5:27-30 from the Sermon on the Mount fell on Father's Day. It's a passage that challenges husbands to fight against sexual sin and pursue faithfulness.
The Bible is amazingly practical, especially the Sermon on the Mount. In this sermon, learn from the words of Christ from Matthew 5:21-26. How can you deal with anger? And what steps should you take when you know you have sinned against a friend?
The goal of this sermon from Matthew 5:17-20 is to connect a few dots by showing how Christ understands his relationship to the Old Testament law. Matthew 5:17-20 might be the most debated passage in the Bible. So, how this passage is interpreted shapes how a person lives the Christian life.
After Jesus says, "Blessed are the persecuted," he sends his followers out into the world to be "salt" and "light." Watch or listen to the latest message from Redemption Hill to learn more about what it means to be a Christian in this broken world.
We read in Matthew 5:10-12 that Christians will be persecuted for two reasons. Christians will be persecuted for doing what is right (v. 10) and for following Christ (v. 11).
Hebrews 10:19-25 tells us what it looks like to have access to God and how the Christian life is experienced in the local church.
Jesus says, "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God." But what does it look like to receive a pure heart? And what does it look like to maintain a pure heart? The answers are the key to seeing God.
Pastors are called by God to point the flock of God to the chief Shepherd, Jesus Christ. And this is done through the faithful stewarding of the Word of God and with prayer.
The question we are confronted with is this: Did Jesus rise from the dead? How you answer this question determines the course of your life.
If you want to know what it means to be merciful to others, you must experience the saving mercy of Christ through repentance and faith.
The Creator of the universe, the Savior of sinners, the Lord of heaven and earth, rides to his death on the humblest of animals and is described as humble and meek. Of all the adjectives that could be used to describe our Lord, he is described as humble, gentle, and meek.
Mourning, weeping, and grieving are a response to pain and suffering. In this life, tears are inescapable, and Jesus knows your tears are inevitable. But Jesus says in Matthew 5:4, blessed are you who mourn for you will be comforted.
To be poor in spirit means to be empty before God. When a person is poor in spirit, there is an acknowledgment of one person's inadequacy before God. We should not be shocked that this is the first beatitude. If Jesus was about to preach into the hearts of his listeners, and now us, then we need to come to Jesus empty and needy.
Does Jesus have the authority to tell us what it looks like to flourish? If Jesus does not have the authority to teach us what it means to flourish, then what is the point of Christianity. But if we can see in the Bible that Jesus does have the authority to speak into our hearts…well, we better pay attention.
The purpose of commemorating the day with the word Purim is to remember that God providentially delivered the people of God from the clutches of Haman. In Esther 8-10, we read how God rescued his people, but the rescue points to a more incredible rescue.
The book of Esther is a sobering reminder that there is a battle between good and evil in this world, and sometimes the faces of evil are those in authority. But here is the deal. Even though you have earthly authorities - good and bad - there is One who has ultimate power over this world and the entire universe!
On what other basis do Mordecai and Esther have to believe the Jews will not be wiped off the planet? A hunch? A false hope? Or is Mordecai and Esther remembering the faithfulness of God?
There are times when a person exists in a corrupt system or is directly confronted by an evil person. In Esther 3, we see both.
The Book of Esther is not what you think. When some people think about the Book of Esther the Book of Ruth comes to mind. Both are named after women. And both are in the Old Testament. But that is where the comparison ends. Ruth is a story of sacrifice, loyalty, and love. There are plenty of Christological connections in Ruth. In contrast, Esther is dark. There is heavy drinking, sexual immorality, and a genocidal plot. God is never mentioned in Esther. Yet, Esther is unlike any other book in the entire Bible, because the providential hand of God is at work.
Christian, you are redeemed. But what does it mean for you to apply your redemption? Ephesians 1:13-14 charts the path forward.
The Book of Esther is about the providence of God engaging with people, and the world, even when God is not recognized or mentioned.
The 2nd Advent. The present reality of Jesus sitting at the right hand of Father. The Ascension of Christ. The resurrection of Christ. The crucifixion of Jesus Christ. And the perfect life of Christ could have only taken place if God chose to make himself known through the birth of Jesus Christ.
Three words from Matthew 2:15 trace the birth and early life of Jesus back to Israel's exodus from Egypt. The words "out of Egypt" also reference the spiritual exodus Jesus offers to those who believe in the incarnation, crucifixion, and resurrection of Christ. Take a listen to this Advent sermon to hear how the Son of God, came out of Egypt to redeem.
The star in the sky did not rise for Herod but another king. This astrological sign, along with a prophetic word from Micah, confirms the work of God in history. These signs point to a king born to reign.
It’s become fashionable to accept the Jesus of the New Testament but to reject the miracles of the New Testament. We hear, Jesus is a great teacher who taught good things, but there is no way he was born of a virgin, and there is not a chance he rose from the dead. However, the moment we move away from the miracles of the New Testament is the moment we have moved away from the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Just like some of the other psalms we’ve looked at, Psalm 10 is a lament. A lament is a passionate expression of grief or sorrow. A person does not lament when life is well. A person laments when tragedy hits. King David, the author of this Psalm, is being dragged through the mud of life, and he is crying out to God. He knows that his only path of deliverance is for God to break in and intervene. If David had thought that the way of deliverance from the wicked was through his efforts, he would not have needed to write Psalm 10.
Psalm 88 is the darkest and saddest psalm in all the Psalter. In this song of lament, Heman the psalmist pleads with God for deliverance from his suffering, questions God in the midst of his suffering, and clings to God despite his suffering. The psalm ends in darkness, where Heman seemingly lived with no resolution or apparent hope. This darkness points to the suffering and death that Jesus Christ would taste for us, from which the hope of the kingdom to come will bring ultimate salvation!
What are you to do when you feel like you are wandering in a wilderness? I think Psalm 23 can provide comfort to the wandering soul. To the one who feels the pressures of life, Psalm 23 is a gentle reminder of the faithfulness of God. If you are walking through the valley of the shadow of death (v. 4), let this Psalm sing to your soul.
The question, how long? is not unusual in the pages of Scripture. As we read in Psalm 6, the question can be asked when a person goes through pain. In the New Testament, Christians ask the question about the return of Christ. How Long, O Lord until you return? How long until you return and take away all the pain and tears? How long until we can see your face, O Lord? With Psalm 6 in view, we explore the question, how long, O Lord?
God is less concerned with taking away your pain and suffering but He meets you in your pain and suffering. In a world of brokenness, suffering, and pain God is faithful to draw close to you as you draw close to him. If you are a child of God, God hears your cry for help. He sees the tears. He is near.
Tychicus is not a celebrity apostle or pastor, but he is a guy coming off the bench. You may have never heard of him, but he is the reason why the Ephesian church can read Paul’s essential words. Tychicus is the reason why we still have these words. He doesn’t have a Youtube channel or Twitter account. But his friendship with Paul and faithfulness to the gospel of Jesus Christ cannot be measured with a human metric.
If a person is in Christ (Ephesians 1), then there is unity between all kinds of people. But here is the deal. The devil wants to reconstruct the wall between people. The devil is at work to create consternation and division. Therefore, Paul writes Ephesians 6:10-20 to inform us of where the more significant battle is taking place. So, we need to pay attention and consider what God is saying about spiritual warfare.
When you are a slave to Christ, you have lasting freedom. Therefore, in all situations, at all times, God calls his people to serve Him and Him alone.
The Bible is amazingly practical. Even though the main theme of the Bible is about redemption, reconciliation, and restoration through faith in Jesus Christ, God knows the power of the gospel gets into the most basic areas of your life. The gospel impacts your marriage and your parenting.
What is marriage all about? You might be surprised to know that marriage is a living picture of Christ and the church. Listen or watch Ephesians 5:22-33 to learn more about your marriage.
Christians are saved by God to be different from the world. The filling of the Spirit is what causes Christians to be different. In Ephesians 5:15-21, we receive a glips of the saving power of the gospel to transform a person.
How are Christians called to live in the light? In Ephesians 5:6-14 Christians are given several warnings, while at the same time a tremendous hope (v. 14). Listen or watch on YouTube to learn more.
Justice rolls down from the cross of Jesus Christ. (We apologize for the technical difficulties with our audio.)
Christians are constantly confronted with a myriad of ways to walk and live. Scripture is clear about what it looks like to honor God and what it looks like to dishonor God. Ephesians 5:1-5 urges Christians to honor God by "walking in love." Listen or watch to learn more.
The old self is about the self and the new self is about Christ. The old self produces deceitful desires and the new self produces righteousness and holiness.
You can visit several different churches and receive a different experience at each church. But what if there is a "model" church in which we can learn from and emulate. Fortunately, the Book of Acts is not silent on the matter. Listen or watch as guest pastor, Rob Chisholm preaches about the key characteristics of a church.
God is concerned with your spiritual growth. How do you go from drinking spiritual milk to solid spiritual food? And how do you ensure you do not regress out of your spiritual maturity?
We live in a country and culture that is doing its level best to divide people. And the devil loves every minute of it. So, the church must settle in its heart that she is united by the truths of Ephesians 4:1-6.
Imitating one another is not unusual in the Bible. But even more to the point we read in 3 John about the importance of imitating.
There is a depth to the love of God. In this sermon, learn from Ephesians 3:14-19 and settle your heart on the power of God's love for you.
Paul says the mystery of the gospel has been made know. But now what? In this sermon, you will hear about the implications of the mystery.
What is the relationship between faith and works? Christians love Ephesians 2:8 but what does it mean to work on behalf of God?
Through the gospel, God provides reconciliation that leads to lasting peace. Take a listen to learn more.
Through the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ, a Christian has been forgiven and if given new life. But the work of Christ accomplished more. Watch or listen to learn more.
It is because of the mercy and grace of God that a Christian is united to Christ. In Ephesians 2:4-10 God tells us we are saved by grace. And the grace God gives is a gift. It can't be earned. But the gift of faith in Jesus is from God.
The problem of humanity is sin. The particulars of sin run deep and wide. The result of sin is a dead heart that has no chance to live apart from God’s gracious intervention.
The primary identity claim a Christian can make is his or her identity in Christ. Any discussion about your identity begins with Christ and ends with Christ.
What does it mean to pray and how should are prayers be informed? Paul's prayer for the Ephesian church provides us with a few clues.
Come and explore the role of the Spirit in redemption from Ephesians 1:13-14. The Spirit begins to apply redemption when we hear the gospel and believe, he applies it by being a seal, and he does this as a guarantee of our inheritance to the praise of God's glory.
What's the response to believing all the theological truths in the Ephesians? Praise. We praise God for his grace and mercy through his amazing plan of redemption. Take a listen or watch to learn more.
God has made the mystery of the gospel known through Jesus Christ. What has been specifically been made known? Redemption and forgiveness through the atoning blood of Jesus Christ. To learn more take a listen to this message from Ephesians 1:7-10.
Adoption is a familiar word but what does the Bible say about adoption?Take a listen to Ephesians 1:5-6 to learn more.
What does it mean for God to choose and adopt out of love? In this sermon, two words from Ephesians 1:3 6 are in focus - in love.
When the truths of Ephesians 1:3-4 shape your mind and heart, then these truths shape your life for the glory of God. What is this truth? God has chosen a people, out of love, before the world was ever created.
Within the Bible, and in particular the New Testament, the Book of Ephesians looms large. Many Christians place the Book of Ephesians on their Mount Rushmore of their favorite books in the Bible.
What does the Bible tell us about what it means to sing to God? In this sermon, Ryan Anderson (Director of Corporate Worship at Redemption Hill Church) preached from Psalm 98, which begins, "Oh sing to the LORD a new song, for he has done marvelous things!"
Being a good steward takes work, but it's worth it, and it's what God desires. Take a listen to this sermon to learn more about what God thinks about how you are to care for all that you own.
What comes to your mind when you think of the word "stewardship?" Being a good steward is more than about money. It's using well all the God has given. Listen to this sermon to learn more.
The Kingdom of God. The Book of Acts ends where it begins, talking about the Kingdom of God. What is the Kingdom of God, and what does it mean for Christians?
Paul says he hopes in God will on trial against the Jews and the Romans. What is the basis for making such a claim?
The idea of resurrection is significant in the Bible. Jesus was resurrected. The Bible says all followers of Jesus will be resurrected from the dead. Baptism is a spiritual resurrection sign of a person's death to life. So why did a brawl break out over the resurrection (Acts 23:1-11)? Watch or listen to learn more.
The testimony of the apostle Paul is presented three times in The Book of Acts. In Acts 9, a close look at the theological particular was given. In Acts 22, the question is asked: What can Christians learn about their testimony's significance? Take a listen or watch to learn more.
Christians are called by God to die for the name of Christ, and it's hard for American Christians to grasp. In this sermon hear from God's Word what it looks like to be risky for the sake of the gospel.
The Gospel is preached. God saves. Churches are established. These three steps describe how the Kingdom of God advances on earth. Listen to this sermon to learn more.
How should you vote on November 3rd? General Elections are always contentious so it is important for Christians to enter the voting booth from a biblical perspective.
Christians know Romans 13:1-7 well. "Obey your governing authorities." But what happens when the governing authorities place Christians into a position to violate Scripture? Daniel 6 helps us to answer this question.
What does the Bible say about the role of government in society? And how should Christians respond to the government? Take a listen to this sermon from Romans 13 to learn more.
Christians hope in a final restoration when Jesus will return to finish what he began at the cross.
What is redemption? Do you need to be redeemed? In this sermon, we look at the theme of redemption and its place in the one big story of the Bible.
What happened after God created everything, and "it was good?" How did everything, all of a sudden, fall apart? And more criticality, what is the way forward. Listen as we explore the reason for the saddest and more spectacular sin of the Bible.
Understanding the grand story of the Bible begins by asking several questions about Genesis 1 and 2. In this sermon, you will hear about who created the world, why the world was created, how the world was created, and what role man and woman play in God's created world.
A riot breaks out in Ephesus as the Kingdom of God advances. How should Christians respond? What are Christians to make of the rioting? Acts 19:21-41 offers some insights.
In a sane world, you can combat lies with truth. You can detect what is false with facts. You can comprehend reality without the poison of postmodern relativism. If there is no standard of truth. If facts are fiction. And relativism is real; then our faith is in vain. Why? Because the Christian faith is built upon truth located in God’s Word. The facts of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ is the foundation of the Christian faith. And our everyday reality is supposed to be informed and governed by the truthful teachings of God.
What is discipleship? Does Christian discipleship take place through a program or is it something else? Acts 18 gives us a glips into what discipleship looks like in the life of Apollos.
When it comes to sharing the gospel, Christians do not need to fear but are called to be faithful. Why? Because it is God who saves.
You become what you worship, and when you worship anything other than God, you are committing idolatry. It's an idolatry problem that Paul addresses to the great philosophers at Athens. In a stunning speech, he tells them that the "unknown God" that they worship has made Himself known.
A repeated theme in the Book of Acts is Christian persecution. Even church history affirms that Christians have been persecuted since the 1st-century. So how should American Christians think about persecution? What does the persecution of Christians in the 1st-century teach 21st-century Christians?
We all ask questions, but what is the most important question you could ask? What is the answer to the most significant question you could ask? Acts 16 tells the question and the answer.